Following clashes between pro-Palestinian protesters and police on campuses across the country, numerous universities have witnessed an increase in protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict. At the University of Texas, Texas State Troopers on horses were deployed to disperse demonstrators, while at Columbia University, US House Speaker Mike Johnson has demanded the resignation of the university president, expressing concerns about the safety of Jewish students.
The protests stem from the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, prompting students to demand an immediate ceasefire and the divestment of their schools from Israel.
Law enforcement officers have taken action against protesters in some instances, leading to arrests and detentions. As the conflict continues, it is expected that student demonstrations and demands for solidarity with the Palestinians will persist.